The Toastmasters Podcast

[19:18] Greg and Ryan speak with Deb Arrington, DTM, who hails from District 55 covering South and Central Texas. Deb is a Registered Parliamentarian, former corporate trainer and an Ambassador for the Toastmasters International Revitalized Educational Program (REP).In this episode, Arrington shares her experience as a REP Ambassador; what she’s learned in the role; her thoughts about the upcoming changes to the educational program; and advice for Ambassadors and others interested in the p. . . See the complete description at http://www.dowellwebtools.com/tools/bg/Bo/tmpodcast

[22:58] Kristin Arnold, a meeting facilitator, moderator, trainer and keynote speaker, is the author of Powerful Panels: A Step-By-Step Guide to Moderating Lively & Informative Panel Discussions at Meetings, Conferences & Conventions. She joins Greg and Ryan to discuss best practices for moderating a panel discussion.     listen below or click here to download

[22:58] Kristin Arnold, a meeting facilitator, moderator, trainer and keynote speaker, is the author of Powerful Panels: A Step-By-Step Guide to Moderating Lively & Informative Panel Discussions at Meetings, Conferences & Conventions. She joins Greg and Ryan to discuss best practices for moderating a panel discussion. See the complete description at http://www.dowellwebtools.com/tools/bg/Bo/tmpodcast

[34:10] In Part 2 of our convention sneak preview, you'll hear from the following three speakers scheduled for the 2015 International Convention in Las Vegas: Patricia Fripp, CSP, CPAE (keynote and educational session); Darren LaCroix, CSP (pre-keynote and educational session); and Alex Malley (educational session).     listen below or click here to download

[34:10] In Part 2 of our convention sneak preview, you’ll hear from the following three speakers scheduled for the 2015 International Convention in Las Vegas: Patricia Fripp, CSP, CPAE (keynote and educational session); Darren LaCroix, CSP (pre-keynote and educational session); and Alex Malley (educational session). See the complete description at http://www.dowellwebtools.com/tools/bg/Bo/tmpodcast

[31:27] In this episode, you'll meet four of the speakers scheduled to present at the 2015 Toastmasters International Convention in Las Vegas next month, including: Marilyn Tam; Dana LaMon DTM, AS; Judy Carter; and Tim Gard, CSP, CPAE.     listen below or click here to download

[31:27] In this episode, you’ll meet four of the speakers scheduled to present at the 2015 Toastmasters International Convention in Las Vegas next month, including: Marilyn Tam; Dana LaMon DTM, AS; Judy Carter; and Tim Gard, CSP, CPAE. See the complete description at http://www.dowellwebtools.com/tools/bg/Bo/tmpodcast

[22:13] Greg Gazin speaks with Shelly-Ann Lovell, the executive chef and operator of Firewood Food Stop, a Cajun and Creole restaurant in Trinidad. She's been a Toastmaster for two years with the Nepuyo Toastmasters in Arima. Chef Lovell, whose photo graced the cover of the May 2015 issue of Toastmaster magazine, discusses the importance of displaying leadership in the high-pressure environment of a restaurant kitchen. Lovell shares her recipe for  how she leads, inspires and motivates her team to reach their goals. She also talks about creativity—and even offers a tip for summer grilling!     listen below or click here to download

[22:13] Greg Gazin speaks with Shelly-Ann Lovell, the executive chef and operator of Firewood Food Stop, a Cajun and Creole restaurant in Trinidad. She’s been a Toastmaster for two years with the Nepuyo Toastmasters in Arima. Chef Lovell, whose photo graced the cover of the May 2015 issue of Toastmaster magazine, discusses the importance of displaying leadership in the high-pressure environment of a restaurant kitchen. Lovell shares her recipe for how she leads, inspires and motivates her . . . See the complete description at http://www.dowellwebtools.com/tools/bg/Bo/tmpodcast

[21:46] John Lente, DTM, used the High Performance Leadership (HPL) program to take on a challenge in his community and make a lasting impact. Find out why John calls the HPL "one of the most underrated and misused opportunities for self-development and servant leadership that Toastmasters International has to offer." John's experience will inspire members at any level to raise their leadership competency through this exciting and transformative program.         listen below or click here to download

[21:46] John Lente, DTM, used the High Performance Leadership (HPL) program to take on a challenge in his community and make a lasting impact. Find out why John calls the HPL "one of the most underrated and misused opportunities for self-development and servant leadership that Toastmasters International has to offer." John’s experience will inspire members at any level to raise their leadership competency through this exciting and transformative program. See the complete description at http://www.dowellwebtools.com/tools/bg/Bo/tmpodcast

[19:00] Greg speaks with Peter Kossowan, known as “Mr. Toast”—a master club-builder who has chartered 164 clubs and counting. Peter is a Distinguished Toastmaster and Past District 42 Governor from Edmonton, Alberta, Canada. He is also the recipient of two Presidential Citations from Toastmasters International. Peter has volunteered for over 80 nonprofit organizations, but his greatest passion is Toastmasters; he's been a member for 45 years. Now in his mid-80s and a survivor of both cancer and a heart bypass, he attends 300 club meetings a year and continues to serve and inspire others with his dedicated leadership.         listen below or click here to download

[19:00] Greg speaks with Peter Kossowan, known as “Mr. Toast”‚Äîa master club-builder who has chartered 164 clubs and counting. Peter is a Distinguished Toastmaster and Past District 42 Governor from Edmonton, Alberta, Canada. He is also the recipient of two Presidential Citations from Toastmasters International.Peter has volunteered for over 80 nonprofit organizations, but his greatest passion is Toastmasters; he’s been a member for 45 years. Now in his mid-80s and a survivor of. . . See the complete description at http://www.dowellwebtools.com/tools/bg/Bo/tmpodcast

[26:47] Chief Ambassadors are leaders in their respective districts who are charged with the task of spreading the word about Toastmasters International's revitalized education program (REP). Each leads a team of Ambassadors. Greg speaks with three of the 14 Chief Ambassadors (one from each region) who were interviewed in the March 2015 edition of the Toastmaster magazine. We get to meet Distinguished Toastmasters Jan Vecchio, Region 12, District 70, from Sydney, Australia; Carl Duivenvoorden, Region 9, District 45, from New Brunswick, Canada; and Pamela McCown, Region 3, District 56, from Pasadena, Texas. All three share their thoughts about taking on this important role.   listen below or click here to download

[26:47] Chief Ambassadors are leaders in their respective districts who are charged with the task of spreading the word about Toastmasters International’s revitalized education program (REP). Each leads a team of Ambassadors. Greg speaks with three of the 14 Chief Ambassadors (one from each region) who were interviewed in the March 2015 edition of the Toastmaster magazine.We get to meet Distinguished Toastmasters Jan Vecchio, Region 12, District 70, from Sydney, Australia; Carl Duivenvoorden, R. . . See the complete description at http://www.dowellwebtools.com/tools/bg/Bo/tmpodcast